Chico Freeman

Chico Freeman

Chico FreemanNorth Street Cabaret — Sunday, October 23, 2022 — 7PM

By Michael Brenneis

Interview date: 10/09/2022

At one time legendary saxophonist Chico Freeman was himself a young lion on the scene breathing the life of a new generation into this music. Now the internationally renowned artist and statesman is mentoring the next generation to advance this music into another century. 

 


Mr Chair on the stairs

Mr. Chair's Mark Hetzler

Mr. Chair The Bur Oak — Friday, October 21, 2022 — 7PM

By Michael Brenneis

Interview date: 10/01/2022

Mr. Chair opens a new chapter with the release of “Better Days,” an album full of optimism, joy, and, of course–as Mark Hetzler puts it “lots of notes.” Mark joins me on this episode to talk about this collective, collaborative band and his career as a trombone professor.


The Esthesis Quartet

The Esthesis Quartet

The Esthesis QuartetCafe Coda — Saturday, October 15, 2022 — 7  & 9 PM

By Michael Brenneis

Interview date: 10/01/2022

The Esthesis Quartet took the adversity of a global pandemic head on by supporting each other's need to stay creative and focused. These adventurous musician-composers–with deep roots in the continuum of this music–have crafted a compelling universe of jazz.

 


Amina Figarova

Amina Figarova

Amina FigarovaCafe Coda — Friday, October 14, 2022 — 7 PM

By Michael Brenneis

Interview date: 10/01/2022

Amina Figarova looks to a brighter future full of positive vibes with her new album ‘Joy’. Also, surrounding herself with the kind of extraordinary players who will be joining her on this tour, opens a limitless canvas for the realization of her artistic vision.